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Do It In Durham Entrepreneurship Week turns ideas into action
Posted on Thursday, October 30, 2025 01:02 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Every great business starts with a spark. Do It In Durham Entrepreneurship Week is where that spark ignites something extraordinary.
Coordinated by the Business Advisory Centre Durham (BACD), registration is now open for this celebration of entrepreneurship, innovation, and economic growth in Durham Region. From November 17 to 21, choose from more than 30 sessions offered online and in person.
Do It In Durham Entrepreneurship Week features dynamic workshops and practical sessions...
Durham Region appoints new Commissioner of Finance
Posted on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 12:29 PM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Regional Council has confirmed the appointment of Nicole Pincombe to the position of Commissioner of Finance/Treasurer for The Regional Municipality of Durham, effective December 1, 2025.
“We are pleased to appoint Nicole Pincombe to this strategic senior position—a role responsible for financial management and overall fiscal accountability,” said Elaine Baxter-Trahair, Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). “Nicole has a proven record of being progressive. Her leadership...
Durham Region celebrates official opening of the Seaton Paramedic Response Station
Posted on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 11:32 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Today, the Region of Durham and Region of Durham Paramedic Services (RDPS) celebrated the official opening of the new Seaton Paramedic Response Station and Training Facility in Pickering. This new station will provide improved service and access to emergency services for residents of the north Ajax and Pickering communities in Durham Region.
This station will also house RDPS’ Quality and Development team which oversees:
- Training and education: delivering ongoing education,...
Regional Chair John Henry provides update on medical leave
Posted on Monday, October 27, 2025 01:31 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for The Regional Municipality of Durham:
“I would like to take a moment to thank everyone who has reached out to my office with well wishes and words of encouragement. This outpouring of support means a lot to me.
While still taking the necessary time to recover and focus on my health, I am pleased to share that I am now working from home (virtually). However, as I am...
Statement from the Region of Durham on Chair Henry’s brief medical leave
Posted on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 01:17 PM
The following statement is being issued by the Region of Durham regarding the medical leave of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer:
"Durham Regional Chair and CEO John Henry is taking a brief medical leave.
During this time, Oshawa Mayor Dan Carter will chair Regional Council and Committee of the Whole meetings, as per the guidelines within the Acting Regional Chair By-law #59-2022. Mayors from all of Durham’s local municipalities will continue to collaborate, promote and...
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